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Complementary/alternative therapies. So many choices.

E A Lorenzi1

  • 1Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, USA.

Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.)
|February 8, 2000
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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) offers options for healthy aging with minimal side effects. Patients must inform healthcare providers about CAM use to prevent adverse interactions.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) encompasses diverse therapies.
  • CAM use is common for promoting healthy aging.
  • Personal preference and availability influence CAM choices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform healthcare providers about CAM risks and benefits.
  • To encourage open communication between patients and providers regarding CAM use.
  • To provide essential information on integrating CAM with conventional care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on CAM therapies for healthy aging.
  • Analysis of potential interactions between CAM and conventional treatments.
  • Synthesis of safety and efficacy data for common CAM modalities.

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Main Results:

  • Many CAM therapies have a low risk of side effects when used appropriately.
  • Informing healthcare providers is crucial for preventing adverse drug interactions.
  • Knowledge of CAM risks and benefits is essential for effective patient care.

Conclusions:

  • CAM can be a valuable component of healthy aging strategies.
  • Open communication and provider knowledge are key to safe CAM integration.
  • Patients should disclose all CAM and conventional therapy use to their providers.